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NOTE THE WORDS "Consumer Electronics Products" are the first words under section 21. Then Apple immediately describes what products fall under that category!
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CONFIDENTIAL
"Consumer Electronic Products" means personal computers (portable and desktop); tablet or slate style computing devices; handheld electronic and/or communication devices (e.g., smartphones, digital music players, multi-function devices, etc.); any device whose function includes the creation, storage or consumption of digital media; any component or sub-component in any Consumer Electronic Product; and any accessory that is the same or similar (in Apple's sole discretion) to an accessory made or sold by or on behalf of Apple (regardless of when Apple sold or started to sell such accessory, including after the Closing Date) that is suitable for use with any Consumer Electronic Product. Notwithstanding the foregoing, "Consumer Electronic Products" shall not include:
(i)
products (except for any product that is capable of interacting or interfacing with a Consumer Electronic Product) that are powered by electricity or batteries but that do not in any way involve the creation, storage, consumption, use, viewing, transmission, or processing of digital media or digital information and do not involve the use of wireless communication networks. Products that fall into this category include, without limitation, electric-powered and/or battery-powered drills, hand tools and watches (i.e. a wrist-worn device whose sole function is to display the time of day);
(ii)
medical devices and other products that are not the same or similar to any Apple product (regardless of when Apple sold or started to sell such product, including after the Closing Date) and that are used exclusively for the diagnosis and/or treatment of human or animal health conditions; or
(iii)
products or components thereof that are not the same as or similar to any Apple product (regardless of when Apple sold or started to sell such product, including after the Closing Date) or component of any Apple product and that are made solely for, and sold solely into, the defense/military, automotive, medical, or industrial markets.
(b)
The parties hereto acknowledge and agree that the value to the parties of the transactions provided for in this Agreement would be substantially and materially diminished if either LMT directly or indirectly through or in association with any person or business enterprise or otherwise, were hereafter to breach any of the provisions of Section 10(a), and LMT has therefore offered and agreed to the provisions of Section 10(a) as a material inducement to Apple to enter into this Agreement, and in consideration of the promises, representations and covenants made by Apple under this Agreement. LMT specifically acknowledges and agrees that the provisions of Section 10(a) are commercially reasonable restraints on it and are reasonably necessary to protect the interests Apple is acquiring hereunder and under the Transaction Documents. The parties hereto further acknowledge and agree that Apple would be irreparably damaged by a breach of Section 10(a) and would not be adequately compensated by monetary damages for any such breach. Therefore, in addition to all other remedies, Apple shall be entitled to injunctive relief from any court having jurisdiction to restrain any violation (actual or threatened) of Section 10(a) without the necessity of (i) proving monetary damages or the insufficiency thereof, or (ii) posting any bond in regard to any injunctive proceeding. Notwithstanding anything in this Agreement to the contrary, the rights and licenses granted under the License Agreement, dated March 10, 2009, between LMT and The Swatch Group Ltd., shall not constitute a violation of Section 10(a) hereof or of any other provision of the MTA or any Transaction Document, but only to the extent that such License Agreement is not amended after the date hereof to include any new provision that would violate Section 10(a).
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CONFIDENTIAL
(c)
If any court shall in any proceeding refuse to enforce Section 10(a) in whole or in part because the time limit, geographical scope or any other element thereof is deemed unreasonable in the jurisdiction of that court, it is expressly understood and agreed that Section 10(a) shall not be void but, for the purpose of such proceeding, such time limit, geographical scope or other element shall be deemed to be reduced to the extent necessary to permit the enforcement of Section 10(a) to the maximum extent allowable in that particular jurisdiction. The foregoing, however, is not intended to and shall not in any way affect, invalidate or limit the remaining provisions of Section 10(a) or affect, invalidate or limit the validity or enforceability of Section 10(a) as written in any other jurisdiction at any time.
(d)
From time to time, LMT or LMC may request that Apple grant express written permission to develop, design, manufacture, sell, offer for sale or otherwise distribute or provide any accessory for a Consumer Electronic Product or materials, components, manufacturing services or technology for use or integration therewith. Such requests shall be submitted in writing to Apple's Senior Director of Legal Affairs for Hardware Products, and shall specify in reasonable detail the contemplated activity for which Apple's consent is being sought. Apple shall respond within a reasonable period of time, and Apple shall consider each such request in good faith taking into account both the business opportunity to LMT or LMC, as well as any actual or potential impact to Apple's current or future business opportunities.
11.
Confidentiality. The disclosure and use of all confidential information pursuant to this Agreement and the other Transaction Documents shall be subject to the terms of the parties' existing Confidentiality Agreement and Exclusivity Agreement, both dated April 30, 2010, the terms of which are incorporated by reference herein. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, LMT shall ensure that neither LMT nor any Affiliate of LMT shall orally or in writing refer to Apple or any Affiliate of Apple in any press conference, publication, press release, filing, registration, notice or other communication without providing Apple at least three (3) business days' prior notice and a copy of each such proposed reference, allowing Apple an opportunity to review and comment on the same, and making any changes in each such proposed reference as requested by Apple, unless the failure by LMT to make such changes would result in LMT's failing to comply with applicable law.
You are incorrect!
Apple only has a say in consumer electronics, not automotive, medical devices, military defense, etc.
They would if it would fold to the size of a credit card with foldable glass. That would be awesome
Are you referring to bankruptcy or production contracts? Please be more specific!
Serious question.
Samsung just patented a foldable phone. See http://www.patentlyapple.com/patently-apple/2016/01/samsung-invents-a-tri-fold-smartphone-that-supports-multiple-operating-systems.html
Ideo worked on this foldable phone a long time ago. https://www.ideo.com/work/material-exploration-for-liquidmetal-technologies/
See any similarities?????
http://mobile.geek.com/apple/20663-apple-might-use-metallic-glass-for-verizon-iphones-antenna?origref=https:%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F
What is the difference between BMG and LQMT?
Is bulk metallic glass not amorphous?
Liquidmetal antenna??? Any one???
http://www.cultofmac.com/54827/liquidmetal-inventor-exotic-alloy-may-make-new-iphone-antenna-exclusive/
I would be thrilled if Apple bought LQMT for $250 million at today's share count. That's still $0.50/share.
Apple doesn't over pay!!! Period
Therein lies my problem. How does one determine what one can afford to lose?
I am not even 40, have $450,000 worth of equity in my home and have almost one million shares. If I were able to buy another 800,000 shares and this rises back up to $0.30, I could dump it, diversify, and be set for life.
I would finance a second and third home, rent all three of them and keep working till I'm 62.
They would all cash flow and I'd have an amazing pension. Also, consider that 60% of those shares would be a Roth IRA..
If LQMT fails, then I lose $140,000. But I still have a great home, great job, and I can still finance a second home.
How much can I afford to lose and how much am I willing to lose are two difficult questions..
I hear ya. I just think about what I could do if we repeat what happened two years ago.
I truly believe Apple will use it soon. Peker said 5-7 years in 2010. He said 500-700 million. I think we are probably there.
It's either the iPhone 7 or iPhone 8.
If I put $40,000 at $0.05 and they announce and I dump at $0.30, that $40k becomes $240k...
It's a thought but not a done deal. It must hit $0.05 first...
Dear God, I hope so. I am considering buying another $40k if we hit $0.05/share
It is the tensile strength photo.
I want to know if the hook that is holding the piece that appears to be the outer body of an iPhone is also something we should be asking about as the other patent with hooks for bonding two pieces could also be of relevance.
I live in San Francisco and everybody here has one. It's not a cell phone as in, everybody has a cell phone but not everybody has a watch. It's on fire, you just haven't caught on yet. Wait for the advanced medical sensors in the second and third generation. Also, it's the wearables market which hasn't caught on yet. It will, and when it does, Apple will OWN it.
1. APPLE watch sales numbers are on fire.
2. Jony Ive is the force behind Apple purchasing the rights to LQMT
3. The swatch bezel (black) is ceramic. The silver numbers are LQMT
You may be right. We'll see what I do
Per Twitter, Liquidmetal Technologies joined www.vendop.com
And we are ISO 9001: 2008 certified
I try not to get too emotional about it.
I'm lucky that I purchased a lot at $0.05-0.12. That said, I'm down at least $50,000.
If it hits $0.05, I might buy another $50k
Eagle,
How many shares do you own?
FYI: I'm in over my head as well
“This successful test further demonstrates the capabilities of our revolutionary Miniature Hit-to-Kill missile,” said Mike Trotsky, vice president of air and missile defense programs at Lockheed Martin’s Missiles and Fire Control business. “EAPS extends our legacy of accuracy and lethality first demonstrated in our combat-proven PAC-3 Missile.”
They are different projects!!!
25 people!!! What do they do all day long?
I have never worked in manufacturing so please excuse my stupid question. But what is the significance of having this certification?
Is this a requirement to win government contracts?
Also, what's the story with the MHTK, canards or the KEPs. Are we still looking to be involved in any of these projects?
I am overextended.
I had it the last time it was at $0.05 and ride it up to $0.40 believing the tide was changing.
I hope to ride it back over $0.10 or 0.15 if I'm lucky and get out. It isn't worth the stress.
iPhone 6S Plus weighs 192 grams.
The display is 40 grams.
So the rest of the phone is 152 grams total.
I suspect the battery is the majority of the 152 remaining.
I do not think the metal contributes much to the weight of the phone.
The point of my message was that we need to stop attacking each other and stop being overly optimistic. People are being hurt by this stock. We need to now be realistic and honest with the rest of this message board to attempt to help each other.
No more wishful thinking.
Hey everybody,
Let's agree that we are all disappointed but we shouldn't be surprised with what's happened here. Steipp and co have always underperformed or failed to perform at all.
Now is the time to be honest with each other and stop with the hopes and dreams. Let's focus on reality. How long do we have before this ship sinks???
Can Liquidmetal access the remaining shares and dilute us further to stay afloat should be question #1...
When should we expect ISO certification?
Hopefully we announce medical device contracts at that time and that helps us get back to $.10 so that we can borrow from Aspire
I don't see the benefit of LQMT body panels. What am I missing here? Aluminum is light and cheap. Those are two benefits we don't have. I really only see LQMT as an alternative when you want the really beneficial total package of properties.
Maybe I'm missing the boat. We need a major medical order and we need to announce it now.
Obviously Visser is killing the share price. What is his motive?
Is it revenge? Could he possibly need the money?
Is there any bank willing to extend further credit to a company in LQMT's shape?
I thought the run up to $0.40 was awesome but also believed we would be in the Apple Watch. I was surprised that we weren't a part of it due to the dimensions and quantities shipped!
I seriously wish Apple would buy the company and then break the contract with Swatch. It would be comical to watch Swatch argue how important LQMT is for their timepieces.
Apple, just give them $100 million and call it a day.
Gamesc,
What do you think the odds are we declare BK within 6 months?
Do you think Connextions will place an order or will we be fortunate enough to get news that throws this back over $0.10 per share?
I know, pathetic that I actually may be forced to part ways with this technology that held so much promise.
Thank you. I missed that.
How large can these sheets be made into?
The Apple sheet patent in 2013 referenced sheets 3 meters wide in the float glass process
We are trending like GTAT which was down 22 today
How much business do you think this company does?
How much time before we are toast?
The article clearly states the future of metallic glass is not our alloy but rather one that is iron or chromium based. One that is ferrous..
Apple will not buy LQMT. They have everything they need. Hopefully they will legitimize our technology and say our name once in the press or at least say "amorphous alloys".
This will help us sell to other people. We will not make a dime from Apple.
You are 100% correct here. Liquidmetal isn't working on sheets because Apple is doing all the work! ;)
I am pretty sure I know a lot of things he doesn't know!
1. He doesn't know anything about the Apple Master Transaction Agreement!
Hey guys,
I just emailed Takeshi Egami and received a reply shortly thereafter. Below you will find the emails. Either he doesn't have a clue what he is talking about, or... He is backtracking.
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Mr. Egami,
I recently received an article in which you clearly state that the Apple logo in the iPhone 6S is made of "amorphous metallic alloys".
I have been fascinated by amorphous metallic alloys or metallic glasses for years and thought my friends might be planking me or pulling my leg. I thought it would be best to go straight to the source..
Please confirm or deny! Thanks in advance!
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On Dec 2, 2015, at 8:00 PM, Egami, Takeshi <egami@utk.edu> wrote:
That is my understanding. Maybe you know better. Please confirm.
T. Egami
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Takeshi,
I do not know. I am not a scientist and would have no way of knowing this.
Did you learn this via scientific analysis or was this merely information you procured from a rumor on the Internet?
If this is true, it's a BIG deal